Heritage Grants

Grant assistance is available to help with the cost of reinstatement and enhancement of historic buildings and features throughout the district. The grants are targeted towards schemes that are often not eligible for funding from other sources.

Who provides the grant?

Grants are administered through the Moorlands Partnership Board; a body which includes elected Members and representatives from Parish and Town Councils.

What works will be eligible?

• The repair or restoration of traditional architectural details on historic buildings that provide public benefit.
• The repair or restoration of historic features and places where public benefit is provided.
• Projects that enhance and promote heritage awareness.
• Environmental works that deliver public benefit.

Examples of projects include restoration of wells, reinstatement of traditional shop fronts and enhancement of prominent building facades and heritage interpretation panels and trails.

How much will I get?

The normal rate of grant is up to 75% of eligible works with a maximum grant of £8,000, whichever is the lesser. Any group, private individual or Parish Council can apply.

What happens after I submit my application?

A Regeneration Officer will contact you to discuss your grant application and the proposed scope of works. If the work is eligible then your application will be presented to the Moorlands Partnership Board, which meets 3 times a year in March, July and November.

Who should I contact for more information?

If you would like to discuss a grant application please contact the Regeneration Team.

Read more information on the grant scheme in our Heritage Grants leaflet. (PDF) [236KB]

Further information on eligible works and grant conditions can be found on the Guidance Notes (PDF) [138KB].